How to choose the right ceiling lights for your home

By Danielle Pinkus| 2 years ago

ISM Objects

When it comes to getting the lighting right in the home, unfortunately it’s not as easy as saying “Let there be light” and flicking on a switch. Not only will your lighting scheme set the mood of a room by the light it omits, but also the lighting fixtures themselves add to the atmosphere.

“Modern homes often have multiple functions such as a dining area that could be used as a home office or study zone,” he explains, adding, “Adaptive lighting is one ways to help here and one of the simplest solutions is dimming.”

When you come to considering what lighting you would like in your home, it’s important to think about design, as well as function. Simon says classic shapes are always a good option. “Classic shapes are often the most enduring designs in an interior,” he explains. “Particularly if they are well made from quality materials. One fantastic piece is going to look better than several cheaper items.”

If you’re after something on-trend, however, Simon says unique pieces work really well. “Updating your interior’s lighting is one of the simplest and most dramatic ways to keep a room on trend,” he explains. The hottest trend in lighting right now, according to Simon, is to support the local groundswell of independent designers and makers crafting authentic designs. “This is a reaction to the flood of cheap imports and replica copies that have appeared in the last few years,” he adds.

In any case, when you set out on the task to pick lighting fro your home, it’s safe to say that the decision is not easy.

Thankfully Simon was kind enough to share his top three tips for choosing ceiling lights:

1. Flexibility is key: consider adaptive lighting designs that can be adjusted or dimmed when required